Nature Reserve Guide
Hohes Moor is a nature reserve in Germany, characterized by its unique landscape as a renaturated raised bog. The terrain features a mosaic of open water surfaces, wet meadows, peat moss lawns, and moor forests, providing a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. This area, shaped by centuries of peat extraction and subsequent conservation efforts, offers opportunities for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, and more.
Hohes Moor provides a range…
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7.75km
01:58
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.36km
00:51
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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82.9km
03:28
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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50.7km
02:04
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.9km
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38.1km
02:23
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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30.8km
01:55
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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46.4km
02:40
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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59.3km
03:14
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Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

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29.8km
01:52
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7.43km
00:49
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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00:45
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.57km
00:57
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.06km
00:32
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20m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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38.3km
02:04
120m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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35.2km
01:54
60m
60m
Hard gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.
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Hohes Moor nature reserve offers a range of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features a diverse landscape of renaturated raised bog, open water, wet meadows, and moor forests. There are more than 70 routes available across these sports.
Popular hiking routes include the Lake Oldendorf – Hohes Moor Nature Reserve loop, a moderate 6.3-mile [10.1 km] trail. The Sunder Ponds – View of Sunder Lake loop is an easy 4.8-mile [7.7 km] option. More information is available in the Hiking in Hohes Moor guide.
Yes, Hohes Moor offers several easy hiking routes. An example is the Resting boulder in Hohes Moor loop, which is 2.4 miles [3.9 km] long. The Easy hikes in Hohes Moor guide provides additional options.
Touring cyclists can explore routes like the Herbert's Hut – Hohes Moor loop, a moderate 23.6-mile [38.1 km] ride. Another option is the Tinster Forst Cycle Path loop, covering 39.6 miles [63.7 km]. The Cycling in Hohes Moor guide lists more routes.
Hohes Moor and its surrounding areas offer mountain biking routes. The Forest Trail by the Lake – Gräpel Ferry loop is a moderate 28.6-mile [46.1 km] trail. Another option is the Vörder Lake – Gräpel Oste Ferry loop, which is 36.8 miles [59.3 km]. Consult the MTB Trails in Hohes Moor guide for more details.
Hohes Moor features several natural highlights, including nutrient-poor moor lakes like Elmer See and Oldendorfer See. The reserve also contains wet meadows, peat moss lawns, moor forests, and traces of historic peat extraction. These features contribute to the area's unique ecosystem and biodiversity.
Hohes Moor offers routes with varying difficulty levels, including easy options that can be suitable for families. The terrain is generally flat, making it accessible for different age groups. Visitors can find shorter, less strenuous paths to explore the nature reserve.
Information regarding specific dog regulations within Hohes Moor nature reserve is not explicitly provided in the available data. It is advisable to check local signage or contact the regional tourism office for current rules on bringing dogs.
Hohes Moor is a popular destination, with more than 1,300 visitors having recorded activities on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars, based on over 350 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for Hohes Moor, including Hiking in Hohes Moor, Cycling in Hohes Moor, and MTB Trails in Hohes Moor. There are also guides for Attractions and Lakes within the reserve.
While a dedicated official website for the nature reserve itself is not available, information is often integrated into regional tourism websites. The Urlaubsregion Altes Land am Elbstrom website is a relevant resource. For tourism inquiries, the phone number +49 4142 88976-0 can be used.

